A friendly, family-oriented neighborhood with a strong community feel, great schools, and a lively main street.
North Center, which includes the popular Roscoe Village area, is a favorite for families who want city life with a small-town feel. Lincoln Avenue and Southport Avenue offer neighborhood restaurants, bakeries, shops, and the Northcenter Town Square, which hosts events throughout the year. Lane Tech College Prep is a major draw, and Hamlin Park provides recreational space. The housing stock includes vintage two-flats, brick bungalows, and newer single-family homes, and block parties and neighborhood festivals are part of the culture.
Friendly, family-focused, and unpretentious. North Center is where strollers outnumber scooters, where local bars sponsor youth teams, and where neighbors tend to stay for years.
Brown Line stops and bus routes connect the area to the Loop, with an easy drive to the lakefront and highways.